Jewelry & Watches

Diamonds are a tricky business. You have to know what you are looking at, what a quality diamond consists of. If you don’t you could be cheated out of your hard earned money. It is only your own fault if this happens. Learn now the proper way to tell a quality diamond over a poor one. Use the following guide to help you pick the perfect pair of 1 ct diamond stud earrings.

Diamond stud earrings are an amazing way to show someone you care, that you think they are the best thing you have in your life. But when it comes to choosing the perfect diamond studs, there are a few things you should know. You need to first know what you can afford, what you are willing to spend. You need to know about whether or not the diamond is certified, what cut it is, and if that cut has been done correctly.

First lets deal with cost. How much are you willing to spend on a pair of diamond stud earrings? First, put all of your emotion aside. Don’t let your eyes be bigger than your wallet. This is a bad way to break the bank and you will regret buying this beautiful gift. Understand that diamonds are not cheap. Do your homework. Make sure you are getting your moneys worth before you buy. Do not be quick to purchase.

Now with an understanding that diamonds are not cheap, let us talk about quality. Ask yourself, what is the quality of this pair of diamond stud earrings? To help guide you, use the four C’s. First look at the size of the diamond. Diamonds are measured in carats. Next look at the cut of the diamond. Then look at the color. Finally, the clarity. Using the four C’s will help you to know that you are getting a quality pair of diamond earrings.

Here is an example of what the four C’s look like. Let’s say you find a pair of diamond stud earrings. You notice they are 1/2 carats. You then notice they have what appears to be a flawless cut, beautifully proportioned. Then you see the color looks amazing to you. Finally, you see there is not any fogginess throughout and the diamond looks crystal clear. This would pass the 4 C’s rules.

Read Aaron’s article about 1 ct diamond stud earrings.